The United Liberation Front of Asom-Independent (ULFA-I), the banned insurgent outfit operating from bases in Myanmar, has alleged that its headquarters were targeted in coordinated drone strikes. However, the Indian Army has categorically denied any involvement in such an operation, terming the claims baseless and speculative. The latest development has sparked speculation and strategic chatter…
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to postpone the inauguration of the newly constructed bridge over the Tunga river in Shivamogga after raising concerns about protocol violations and lack of official intimation despite his name featuring on the event invitation card. This development has triggered a…
India has once again reiterated its uncompromising stance against terrorism at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) held this week, as Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita represented New Delhi with a strong message. During the multilateral deliberations, Margherita categorically highlighted that terror continues to threaten regional stability and development, indirectly hitting out at…
The Central government has urged caution against drawing premature conclusions based solely on the leaked cockpit voice recordings (CVR) from the recent tragic plane crash that shook the nation’s aviation ecosystem. The advisory comes amid heightened speculation in media circles and aviation communities over the conversation between the pilots moments before the aircraft plunged, killing…
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval emphasised on Wednesday that India must prioritise indigenisation of its communication systems to secure its strategic interests, national security, and digital sovereignty. Speaking at an advanced technology and security conclave in New Delhi, Doval underlined the criticality of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in future warfare and strategic operations, stating that…
India’s defence manufacturing sector has reached a historic milestone, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing that defence production has crossed Rs 1.25 lakh crore for the first time. This marks a major leap in India’s ambitions towards self-reliance in defence, with indigenous equipment now dominating procurement lists for the armed forces. PM Modi’s announcement and…
Jharkhand’s retail liquor sector is set to witness a major policy overhaul starting 1 September 2025, with the state government announcing new rules and operational guidelines aimed at improving revenue realisation, transparency, and consumer safety. The Excise and Prohibition Department issued detailed notifications outlining the structural changes expected to redefine liquor retail operations in the…
In a major push to enhance tourism and wildlife education, Karnataka has announced plans to establish the state’s first Penguin Park in Mysuru Zoo. Simultaneously, the government has approved a 20% hike in entry fees at Mysuru Zoo and Bannerghatta Biological Park to strengthen their operational and conservation funding. 🏞️ What is the Penguin Park…
In an unprecedented step towards urban animal welfare, Bengaluru’s Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has decided to allocate ₹2.8 crore to provide nutritious meals to stray dogs across the city. This initiative is being hailed as India’s first large-scale municipal-level stray feeding programme, aiming to improve stray health, reduce aggression, and ensure harmonious human-animal coexistence….
🌱 Introduction In an era of climate volatility, land degradation, and farmer distress, regenerative agriculture has emerged as a holistic alternative to conventional practices. Rooted in indigenous wisdom yet backed by modern science, this approach restores soil health, enhances biodiversity, increases farm resilience, and nurtures equitable livelihoods across the agricultural value chain. 🔬 What is…
